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DLZ 8838

1999 Ford Cougar

Silver Petrol 2544cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

92,466 mi
Last recorded92,466 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2006
Typical for 1999 Ford Cougar87,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLZ 8838
MakeFord
ModelCougar
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,544cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2006 92,466 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 92,466 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Cougar?

Based on 152,057 MOT tests across 13,390 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
5,383
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
13,390
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,699
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,462
position lamp(s) not working 9,511
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,919
parking brake recording little or no effort 5,673
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DLZ 8838 is a 1999 Ford Cougar in Silver with a 2,544cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Ford Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 87,490 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Cougar fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 11,699 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DLZ 8838, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Cougar typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Ford Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DLZ 8838?

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What year was DLZ 8838 registered?

DLZ 8838 is a 1999 Ford Cougar, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is DLZ 8838 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLZ 8838 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DLZ 8838 have outstanding finance?

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